Process Technician

Bellevue Gold Limited (ASX:BGL) is a high-grade gold mine in Western Australia. The Bellevue mine has a forecasted 10+ year mine life producing over 200,000 Au Ozs for the first five years of production. Construction of the mill has recently been completed, with first gold pour completed in CY Q4 2023.

Underground mining has occurred since late 2020 to establish multiple mining fronts that de-risks the project in advance of underground production. The operation is an industry stand out with strong financial and ESG metrics underpinned by the exceptional grade of the project. The Bellevue Gold Project is located approximately 30km north of Leinster township and sits in a major gold and nickel producing district. The Company has a highly skilled management team with a track record of exploration success and development of major gold mines. Bellevue Gold’s vision is to be a sustainable gold mining company that enriches our shareholders, community and people. The company strives to create a high-performance organization that delivers superior shareholder value, positive ESG outcomes and an environment for people to thrive.

The Process Technician is responsible for operating the processing plant and equipment in a safe, environmentally responsible, productive and efficient manner.

This role is permanent full time and is based on site on an 8 days on 6 days off followed by 7 nights on 7 days off, fly in fly out roster.

Your main duties and responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Practical operation of all processing plant equipment relating to: Grinding, Gravity, Leach, Adsorption, Crushing, Elution and the Tails Storage Facility as required.
• Ensure operational checks are completed and noted defects are actioned.
• Accurate reporting of daily logs and shift notes, recording variance to any metallurgical processing parameters.
• Identify and diagnose, where possible, items of the plant that require preventative maintenance or repair.
• Identify and act on ways of improving output or efficiency of the plant.
• Operate the IT loader, bobcat, forklift, and power tools in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform plant and equipment isolations as per the procedure.
• Development and use of Permit to Work documentation.
• Undertaking hazard analysis and ensuring all accidents and incidents are reported.
• Develop, implement and maintain adherence to appropriate procedures and processes.
• Maintain a good housekeeping standard.
• Other duties as request by your Supervisor / Manager.

Key Skills/Qualifications/Experience/Competencies:

• Industry experience in gold processing essential.
• Must be able to demonstrate experience across all areas of a processing plant.
• Valid WA C class drivers license.
• Well-developed communication skills.
• Licence to operate forklift, skid steer, overhead gantry crane, Loader, IT are preferred.
• Cert III in Metalliferous Processing desirable.
• Confined Space Entry and Gas Test Atmospheres desirable.
• Commissioning experience highly desirable.

BGL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and building an organisation which provides equal opportunities for all its employees with the objective of attracting, retaining, and developing a workforce that is representative of the wider community. Further to this, BGL regard engagement, communications, and consultation with the community in which we operate as a core principle to our business. We value our native title partners and acknowledge the land on which we operate has been occupied by others for thousands of years. We pride ourselves on our ongoing close relationship with our aboriginal partners. Through our community investment program with local communities and the wider corporate sponsorship programs, Bellevue Gold aim to leave a legacy of improved outcomes in the communities in which we operate.